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Weighted Pull-Up
Pull-ups with added load on a belt. The main progression tool once bodyweight stops being a challenge.
BackBicepsGripCorePull-up barDip belt
How to perform
- 1.Weight on a belt or vest, grip slightly wider than shoulders
- 2.Stabilize the body before the first rep — the plate shouldn't swing
- 3.Pull until the chin clears the bar
- 4.Lower under control to full arm extension
Common mistakes
- Adding load before owning 10-12 clean bodyweight pull-ups
- Cutting the range as the weight goes up
Tips
- Progress in 2.5-5 kg steps; rep quality beats the number on the belt
Limitations
Use caution with issues in: shoulders, lower back. If you feel discomfort, reduce the range of motion or swap the exercise — ideally after consulting a coach.
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